2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | D8 | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |